In an important match during the Olympic curling round-robin, Canada’s Brad Jacobs succumbed to Norway’s Magnus Ramsfjell, with a final score of 8-6. This match took place on Thursday and marked the conclusion of the round-robin stage. Following this loss, Canada secured second place in the standings with a record of 7-2.
Upcoming Semifinals and Match Details
Later the same day, Jacobs’ team is set to face Ramsfjell and Norway again in the semifinals. Meanwhile, Switzerland, maintaining an undefeated record, will compete against Great Britain.
Match Highlights
- Norway established an early lead, scoring three points in the first end.
- Canada’s team, based in Calgary, fought back, reducing the deficit to 7-5 by the sixth end.
- In the seventh end, they managed to steal one point, but failed to surpass Norway.
This loss highlights the ongoing challenge for Canada, which has not secured a gold medal in curling since the Sochi 2014 Games, when Jacobs led his team to victory.
Final Thoughts
The rematch in the semifinals promises to be an intense showdown. Both teams will aim for a place in the finals, while aiming to set their records straight. As the competition heats up, fans are keen to see if Canada can reclaim past glories in this beloved winter sport.
